Texas offers some of the best bass fishing in the USA, and the Hill Country area around Austin provides a beautiful backdrop to any potential angling action. Join Captain Ray Tomasits, also known as the “Hill Country Bass Coach,” for a fun-filled day on the water! 

Capt. Ray is a professional fishing guide who has been guiding full time since 2015. You will be fishing on his tournament-ready 21’ Skeeter bass boat, which can accommodate up to  4 guests in total. Anglers of all ages and skill levels are welcome aboard and all rods, reels, and tackle are provided for your day on the water. You are welcome to bring your own rods and tackle if you prefer.

Whether you want to catch a lot of fish or go on the hunt for trophy Bass, these local lakes provide it all. Travis, Austin, Ladybird, Walter E. Long, Bastrop, and LBJ are just a few of the lakes that Capt. Ray guides on. Get in touch with Capt. Ray before booking and discuss which lake is fishing best around the time that you’d like to book your trip!

Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass are the primary targets for Hill Country Bass Coach Charters. Guadalupe Bass are also abundant and often caught during charters. This is the state fish of Texas and exists only in Central Texas, so it’s the perfect catch if you’re looking for something a little bit unique!

Capt. Ray’s primary goal is to put you on fish, but he also wants you to help you become a better angler. If you’re a newer fisherman and want to take your skills to the next level, sign up for Ray’s water-based “Bass School.” Ray’s Bass School is custom-tailored to your learning objectives and developmental needs.  Casting, skipping, knot tying, rigging, and reading electronics are just some of the topics covered.

Book your trip with the Hill Country Bass Coach today and get ready to catch some fish with Ray!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $450
    If you're looking to get acquainted with the local fishery, this trip is the perfect way to get started. You'll be fishing these bountiful waters for the likes of Largemouth, Smallmouth, and Guadalupe Bass. All the necessary fishing gear is provided, just make sure to bring your fishing license for the trip.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $450
    If you're not very keen on fishing in the early morning, this trip should be more to your taste. Expect a fun-filled 4 hours worth of fishing for a variety of local Bass species. Rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price, just make sure to buy a freshwater fishing license before the trip.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $500
    When 4 hours just doesn't cut it, this is the next best option for any prospective angler. Capt. Ray will take you to these productive fresh waters in search of Largemouth, Smallmouth, and Guadalupe Bass. The price includes rods, reels, and terminal tackle, but you'll need to buy a freshwater fishing license before the trip.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $600
    If you're looking for the ultimate Hill Country fishing experience, look no further. With 8 hours on the clock, you'll have plenty of time to check out all the best spots and fish until you drop. Your main targets will be Largemouth, Smallmouth, and Guadalupe Bass. Please make sure to buy a freshwater fishing license before the trip.
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Aki K.
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Highly recommend!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on January 25, 2025
I’m from Europe and travelling to Austin. I had one extra day and wanted to go fishing with one day’s notice. The captain...
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Joseph C.
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Great Morning on Lake Walter Long w/Capt. Ray!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on June 13, 2024
Captain Ray was a great guide - we had poor fishing weather conditions, but Ray knew how to change up the approach and take...
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Karen Z.
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Superb guide!!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on March 10, 2024
i’d like to tell everyone not to take Ray just so that we could have him whenever we wanted… But that just wouldn’t be...
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Luke S.
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Highly recommend!!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 14, 2024
My dad and I had an awesome time fishing with Captain Ray. He is extremely knowledgeable. Definitely recommend using Ray if...
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Chris O.
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Tons of fish and tons of fun

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 23, 2024
Ray was great - communicated super well and had a great boat/equipment for us all set up when we arrived. We caught tons of...
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FAQs about Hill Country Bass Coach

Hill Country Bass Coach offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Hill Country Bass Coach, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Hill Country Bass Coach include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Drinks

Hill Country Bass Coach offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing

Hill Country Bass Coach offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping

Top targeted fish species with Hill Country Bass Coach include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Bass (Spotted)

Your captain

Ray Tomasits
Leander, Texas, United States
5 Fishing Reports
76 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2019
I was born and raised in Arizona and credit my father with my passion for Bass fishing. My father took me fishing every chance we got. The passion I have for fishing today is as strong as it was when my father took me for the very first time. I bought my first bass boat when I was 25 and have fished all over the country. I've learned how to catch fish in just about every type of water body that exists in the US. From Highland Lakes to Lowland Reservoirs to Backwater Sloughs, I've fished it all!

The fish you can target

Bass (Largemouth) Largemouth Bass
Bass (Smallmouth) Smallmouth Bass
Bass (Spotted) Spotted Bass

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Skeeter
Boat type
Bass boat

Engine model
Yamaha SHO
Powered by
1 x 250HP

Which types of fishing are offered

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Jigging
Popping

Which amenities are available onboard

Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Drinks

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Ages 4 and older, need to be able to fish.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
PayPal
Checks
Bank Transfer

What’s biting in Leander right now

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Recent fishing reports

Lake Travis Fishing Report - Fishing Sea
Lake Travis Fishing Report - Fishing Sea
January 19, 2025
Surface Temp: 58 degrees The lake is 43.5’ low and fishing great. On my last three trips this month my clients caught 18, 24, and 16 bass including a few quality bass (Largemouth up to 6 lbs and Guadalupe bass up to 2.5 lbs). We’ve been catching a ton of larger than average Guadalupe Bass lately. I’m expecting this latest cold snap to slow the bite down but expect it to pick back up as soon as it warms back up. On warm, sunny days I’ve been catching some of my best bass on jigs, shaky head worms, and Texas rigged worms on main lake points and outside grass edges in 10-15’ of water. On colder, cloudier days I’ve been able to catch them in the same areas but work my bait out deeper 20-40’ deep. Bites have not been particularly aggressive and the fish seem to prefer a different presentation each day. Altering your presentation as you fish will help you figure out how they want the bait presented that given day. When you do get a bite, pay attention to how you were working your bait as this could mean the difference between a few bites for the day or 20 plus bites. There are also some fish on main lake ledges in 30-40’ of water. While I will use the same jigs and soft plastics on these ledges, I have also been deploying an underspin slowly retrieved just above the fish. The bites aren’t aggressive so pay attention to your line during your retrieve. As we get into February, the first good warming trend will trigger a mass migration of bass into shallow water to get ready to spawn. Once the water temp hits 60 degrees, we’ll see bass move up to begin their annual spawn.
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